I recently have hosted a birthday party here in a group of 15. I was out of town so I had to book my party thru emails. Devon from the restaurant was quick to reply with all the inquiries I had which I liked that part. However, the actual dining experience was nothing special.
With such a big group, I appreciate East Thirty Six actually gave us a choice of one bill or split bills. The server of ours did not initiate any conversations with us nor menu advice. He gave us a feeling that as he was going to earn the 18% gratitude no matter what, he was not even trying to impress. All in all, they were doing their basic job of taking orders, delivering food and collecting money. Also, as our group did not have a cake arranged, we asked if they could give a slice of cake as a gesture. Plain cold NO was the answer.
With such a service, it actually dragged down the overall experience.
Food:
Pork belly was good
Sword fish was way too sour
Kimchi fries lack of sauce, could have been more generous
Will not come back nor recommend. Drinks are fine but I mean, don't alcohol taste the same anywhere with such a service?